Over 85 per cent of delegates to the Ontario NDP convention have given an enthusiastic thumbs up to Andrea Horwath’s leadership. “I’m humbled and overjoyed. But I want to say, this isn’t about me — this is about finally giving everyday Ontarians a government that’s going to put them first. A government that’s here to invest in health care and ...
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Que le temps passe vite quand on s’amuse
On dit que le temps passe vite quand on s’amuse. Si c’est vrai, je dois me réjouir. En un clin d’œil, je suis passé de la fête de Noël au jour de la marmotte. Certes, je ne suis pas différent des autres résidents d’Algoma–Manitoulin. Nous sommes confrontés aux mêmes défis quotidiens pour traverser cette pandémie de deux ans, qui n’est ...
Read More »Time flies when you’re having fun
They say that time flies when you’re having fun. If this adage is true, I must be having a blast. In the blink of an eye, I went from celebrating Christmas to Ground Hog Day. To be sure, I am no different from any of Algoma–Manitoulin residents. We face the same daily challenges just to get through this two-year-long pandemic, ...
Read More »CLEMENT, Dolly Doreen
It is with heavy hearts and great love that we announce the passing of our mom Dolly in her 88th year on Friday, February 4, 2022, at the Lady Dunn Health Centre. Beloved wife of the late Mickey. Loving mother of Mickey Lou Stromgren (Marvin), Joan Clement, Gilbert, Barbara Clement, Patti Ann Beerkens (Rudy) and Clifford Clement (Monique). Adored grandma ...
Read More »Free Potatoes & Eggs
Through the contacts of the Wawa Christmas Hamper Fund, we will be receiving skids of potatoes and eggs. We will be handing them out Free to the public on Tuesday, February 8th between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. outside at the MNR Fire Garage located at 48 Mission Road. A circular drive through layout is planned and persons should not ...
Read More »Municipal Council appoints Melanie Pilon to Vacant Position
At the Special Meeting of Council held on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, Melanie Pilon was appointed to the vacant council position. The position became vacant after Pat Tait became the Mayor in December 2021. Five residents put their names forward for consideration for the position and each candidate provided an overview of their backgrounds and reasons for running for Council ...
Read More »Invasive Species Centre Hosts 2022 Virtual Invasive Species Forum
The Invasive Species Centre (ISC) hosted the 3rd Annual Invasive Species Forum in partnership with Ontario’s Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry. The Forum takes place annually and brings attention to invasive species issues, research, and advances in prevention and management occurring across Canada, and in neighbouring U.S States. Invasive species are plants, animals, insects, and ...
Read More »SE OPP – Charges laid in Family Dispute
On February 1, 2022, at approximately 4:55 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a family dispute on Michipicoten First Nation. As a result of the investigation, Krista STONE, 23 years-of-age, of Wawa was arrested and charged with the following: Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, contrary to section 88 of the ...
Read More »SE OPP – Wawa Driver Travelling in Dangerous Manner Charged
On January 27, 2022 at approximately 11:46 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrol in Wawa when they observed a motor vehicle travelling in a dangerous manner. Police stopped the vehicle on Churchill Avenue. As a result of the investigation, Blake KOMARNISKI, 38 years-of-age, of Wawa was arrested and charged ...
Read More »SE OPP Chapleau – Charges laid after RIDE Check
On January 29, 2022 at approximately 12:19 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint on Highway 667 in Nimitz Township near Chapleau. A vehicle entered the RIDE program and, through investigation, the driver was determined to be impaired by alcohol. As a result, Timothy MCCUBBIN, 38-years-of-age, of ...
Read More »SE OPP – Sault Person Charged after Disturbance Call
On February 1, 2022, at approximately 1:51 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a disturbance call on Mission Road in Wawa. Officers attended and determined that one of the involved parties was intoxicated in a public place. During the interaction, a police officer was assaulted. As a result, Brooke MICHANO, 37 ...
Read More »Measurement Month: Collaborating to collect comparable data in Northern Ontario – Take the Survey!
This February, Northern Policy Institute, in partnership with organizations across Northern Ontario, is launching Measurement Month. Measurement Month is an effort to collect consistent, comparable data to inform decision-making at the local, regional, provincial, and national level for Northern Ontario. Given the demographic challenges facing Northern Ontario, this inaugural Measurement Month will focus on racism, reconciliation, and welcoming. Additionally, there ...
Read More »MMCC COVID-19 User Guidelines (Jan 31, 2022)
Screening and Vaccination Requirements All user groups will be required to actively screen their volunteers, participants, and spectators before entry to the MMCC. This requires a user group to designate a member as responsible for entry and active screening. The designated member will ask covid screening questions or make sure the covid questionnaire is completed by each individual, either way ...
Read More »the Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre is now permitted to open
Under the new Provincial Guidance, the Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre is now permitted to open, with restrictions, as of January 31, 2022. All visitors must continue to comply with all current COVID-19 regulations, including providing a QR code proof of vaccination to enter the building. Further updates will be provided to local media as they occur. Should ...
Read More »Un tournant décisif? Estimation de l’empreinte économique des francophones à Algoma
Les francophones représentent une proportion importante de la main-d’œuvre dans les petites collectivités du District d’Algoma. L’auteur de l’étude, Raven Wheesk, examine l’indéniable impact socioéconomique de la communauté francophone sur le District d’Algoma. Cet article étudie la participation de cette communauté au marché du travail et à l’activité économique de façon générale, et mesure ainsi l’empreinte économique de la communauté ...
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